2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Express Eclipse
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4818 cc 2378 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 220 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 67 L


 

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